Site Logo
Sketch of suspect from King County Sheriff’s Office

News

Public help needed to identify attempted kidnapping/attempted sexual assault suspect

The attempted attack occurred on Aug. 13 in unincorporated King County.

Photo courtesy of Renton Police Department                                Officers and Firefighters learning the dance moves for the video.

Life

The time of their lives

Renton police and fire in sync in viral video challenge

An artistic representation of what the “after” would look like for the Williams and South 2nd streets intersection, one of the big projects in the Six-Year Transportation Plan. Courtesy of City of Renton.

News

City begins updating transportation plan

The community is invited to a public hearing during the Aug. 20 Renton City Council meeting.

Attendees of the rally outside the school district board meeting Wednesday, Aug. 8. Photos courtesy of Cami Kiel

News

Renton school staff, district discuss budget, salary hikes

Unions expressed initial upset and confusion money wouldn’t be going to staff

Hazen High senior looks to make most of apprenticeship

Life

Hazen High senior looks to make most of apprenticeship

An apprenticeship in machinery, an industry desperate for skilled workers, offers an early start.

School district retreat kicks off new year

Life

School district retreat kicks off new year

While students enjoy the last weeks of summer as a chance to sleep in late, enjoy the sunshine…

Life

Sartori Elementary honored at City Council meeting

The city of Renton was presented with the Department of Commerce Governor’s Smart Communities Award for Sartori Elementary…

Renton confiscated five times more fireworks this year’s Fourth of July than 2017

News

Renton confiscated five times more fireworks this year’s Fourth of July than 2017

The 600 pounds of fireworks had a street value of $8,000.

Courtesy Photo                                Quinton Morris, left, works one-on-one with a Key to Change student.

Life

Key to Change warms up for next year

Quinton Morris and students reflect on the nonprofit and what’s ahead

Hometown comedian’s documentary-debut released on Amazon

Life

Hometown comedian’s documentary-debut released on Amazon

Renton-born comedian Monica Nevi released her documentary series “80 for 80” on Amazon Prime today, Friday, Aug. 3.…

Three days of River Days fun

Life

Three days of River Days fun

A photo gallery featuring parade highlights.

Photo courtesy of Nextdoor                                Sandra Havlik sports her “Neighborhood Champion” kit from Nextdoor from her Renton Police Department desk where she manages social media accounts.

Life

Renton police employee honored by Nextdoor

Sandra Havlik was honored for her use of the social media platform to connect with the community.

Poll

Do you plan to vote in the Aug. 7 primary election?

secure.polldaddy.com

Photo from wikimedia commons

News

A look back at first year of E-DUI law

July 23 marked the one year anniversary of Washington’s E-DUI, Driving Under the Influence of Electronics law. And…

DOL photo of suspect Krishna Mahadevan-Prasad, courtesy of Renton Police Department

News

Suspect wanted for Renton homicide ends life in Hood Canal shooting

Investigators are concerned he may have committed other acts of violence.

Skyway VFW Post 9430 auxiliary president Emma Hassebroek presents a $1,000 check to Rachael Reed, awarded for the Patriot’s Pen essay contest.

Life

Skyway VFW celebrates essay contest winner

Rachael Reed, 14, received $1,000 for her Patriot’s Pen essay submission.

Renton remains Washington’s eighth largest city

Life

Renton remains Washington’s eighth largest city

Renton has been the eighth largest city since at least 2010

Representatives from Walker’s Renton Subaru, Valley’s Cancer Services Team and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Photo by Haley Ausbun

Life

Valley cancer patients receive gift of warm blankets

Walker’s Renton Subaru and the Leukemia & Lymphoma society made a special delivery.

Submitted photo

News

Pickup hit cyclist, fled scene Saturday

If you have any information on the identity of the passenger, please call 206-296-3311.

Photos by Haley Ausbun

Life

Sonic Drive-In now open in Renton

The Sonic opened Friday, July 13.